Oil/Gas Technical Manager
Location: US, TX, Houston
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Engineering

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Job description:
Job Description:SENIOR MANAGER OF MAINTENANCE - SENIOR TECHNICAL MANAGER The Senior Technical Manager (STM) reports to the Director, Repair and Maintenance and provides leadership and support for all Technical Services related activities. The STM works closely with the operations team and proactively assists in achieving their objectives within the Company's established procedural boundaries. The STM is responsible for ensuring coordination of company objectives and activities with Technical Services responsibilities. The STM must keep a regional perspective while planning and acting strategically. The STM must provide timely and accurate feedback to the Regional Vice President, Area Manager and operations team on all aspects of assigned technical services.The STM's duties fall into the following primary functions:1. Lead and Manage Technical Support Activities: Work cooperatively with regional operations management to develop and implement a strategic plan for providing technical support services to the region Supervise the work of Technical Services staff by facilitating and tracking project status; identify problems and issues; allocate appropriate resources; and ensure that technical support services are completed on schedule and at the highest levels of quality in accordance with Company and Industry established guidelines Develop and implement systems and procedures for efficient staff organization and utilization providing technical support resources for a variety of disciplines including field maintenance, repair shop maintenance, yard management and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) programs Assure that each discipline team leader provides appropriate levels of planning staff, performance tracking, and technical support for all areas of responsibility Serve as primary contact and representative to regional operations leadership for all issues involving Technical Services; implement programs and initiatives as directed from the Corporate Technical Services team Oversee hiring, promotion and selection activities as a member of the region's hiring panel including review of qualified applicants for available vacancies and compliance with Company hiring, promotion and selection procedures Initiate collaborative efforts by sharing key learnings, effective processes and related best practices with peers at the regional and Company level Support the implementation of proposed technology projects including providing oversight in the planning and execution phases2. Budget and Forecast Equipment and Resource Requirements: Work with the regional operations team to plan equipment needs for upcoming budget years and provide estimates to the Vice President, Technical Services Assist with regional maintenance budget development including identifying maintenance facility, equipment and personnel requirements on an annual basis and provide projected needs to the Vice President, Technical Services Coordinate requisitions of approved forecasted equipment and resources with the appropriate departments across the Company Assist the operations team to identify real-time equipment and resource requirements as early as possible and collaborate on solutions3. Process Management of Change Requests: Track all Management of Change (MOC) requests developed within the region or coming to the region Process MOC requests pursuant to Company policy to achieve resolution and approval at the appropriate level Identify MOC requests approved within the region for potential value to other regions; initiate sharing of identified MOC requests across other regions and at the Company level Ensure approved MOC requests approved for the region are implemented in a timely manner and results are reported back to the approving authority and designated stakeholdersEssential Job FunctionsTo qualify for an STM position, an individual must be willing and able to safely perform the following activities: Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) Ability to travel to visit drilling rig work sites and support business units; occasionally requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area Lift and carry 20 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to field and operational work areas Limited to moderate use of a variety of hand and power tools to demonstrate a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy- duty handheld and long-handled tools Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems Accurate recall of information over short and long-term memory Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects Stay alert and focused up including occasional extended work periods Demonstrate clear communication skills and ability to promptly give, and follow, directions when working with others Physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated timesWork EnvironmentThis position requires the person to work in both office locations and outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold / heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. The STM will be occasionally exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the drilling operations and rigs are located. The STM must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. They must be able to work closely with others and under deadlines including time-sensitive response situations. They must be willing to work extended schedules that will include working days; and occasionally nights, weekends and holidays.

Requirements:
Education, Requirements and KnowledgeHigh school diploma, certificate or equivalent is required; four-year college degree preferred Five years' experience in HSE, asset or maintenance management role or related experience and an understanding of technicalities related to drilling processes Proficiency with written and email communication including use of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) Understanding of industry standards and acceptable practices for equipment Must have valid state-issued driver's license and be eligible to drive Company vehicle including ability to meet requirements of Company's Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide supervision of the Regional Maintenance Manager and day-to-day guidance and work direction to the Equipment and Yard Supervisor Duty Applicant Requirements: In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position.

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